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SUMMARY:Little Learners: Little Zoologists (Ages 3-5)
DESCRIPTION:This program is FULL\, but we are taking a waiting list\n3 Wednesdays: January 7\, 21\, & 28 \nDesigned to spark curiosity\, build confidence\, and foster a love of nature\, the Little Learners monthly series are child-led\, playful\, and hands-on. \nThis 3-part program is:$45 per member\,$60 per non-member. \nRegistration is required. \nPlease Register Here for the Wait List
URL:https://archive.newpondfarm.org/event/little-zoologists_2025/
CATEGORIES:3-5 Year-olds,Children,Preschool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T170000
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CREATED:20260102T183406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T185125Z
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SUMMARY:Animal Care Club: Session 1 (Grades 2-4)
DESCRIPTION:During this hands-on afterschool program\, students will provide care and enrichment to our resident ambassador animals including rabbits\, turtles\, lizards\, and snakes.\n\n\n   $90 per member\, $120 per non-memberPlease Register Here
URL:https://archive.newpondfarm.org/event/animal-care-club_jan_2026/
CATEGORIES:Children,Elementary School Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T150000
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CREATED:20250827T135709Z
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SUMMARY:January Nature Explorers (Ages 3 - 5)
DESCRIPTION:3 Thursdays: January 8\, 15\, & 22 \nGet in on the fun during this monthly 3-part series full of outdoor nature adventures! Each week we will explore the property and make exciting discoveries in woodlands\, wetlands\, gardens\, and meadow. This child-led afternoon of outdoor play may include hikes\, games\, animal encounters\, nature art\, and more. \nThis 3-part program is:$45 per member\,$60 per non-member \nRegistration required. \nPlease Register Here
URL:https://archive.newpondfarm.org/event/nature-explorers-ages-3-5_january_2026/
CATEGORIES:3-5 Year-olds,Children,Preschool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T170000
DTSTAMP:20260530T085649
CREATED:20250827T131841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T193430Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Explorers (Grades K-2)
DESCRIPTION:3 Thursdays: January 8\, 15\, & 22 \nJoin us for this monthly 3-part series full of outdoor nature adventures. Each week we will explore the property and make exciting discoveries in our woodlands\, wetlands\, meadow\, and gardens. May include hikes\, games\, animal encounters\, campfires\, and more. The focus is child-led\, outdoor play. \nThis 3-part program is:$45 per member child\,$60 per non-member child \nRegistration required. \nPlease Register Here
URL:https://archive.newpondfarm.org/event/nature-explorers-grades-k-2-january_2026/
CATEGORIES:Children,Elementary School Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T123000
DTSTAMP:20260530T085649
CREATED:20250827T135932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T200124Z
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SUMMARY:January Jr Staff: Animal Caretaker (Grades 5-12)
DESCRIPTION:Love animals? Come learn the ins and outs of animal care. Focused on our resident reptiles and amphibians\, this hands-on program will have Jr Staff helping with feedings\, cleanings\, health checks\, enrichment\, and more. \n\nThis program is:Free for members\,$10 per non-member \n\nRegistration required. \n\nPlease Register Here
URL:https://archive.newpondfarm.org/event/jr-staff-animal-caretaker_jan_2026/
CATEGORIES:Children,Middle & High School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T103000
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CREATED:20250827T141233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250921T143352Z
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SUMMARY:January Storytime for Children with Adults (Ages 1 - 5)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for nature stories and related activities as we explore the seasons at New Pond Farm. Activities may include live animal encounters\, nature crafts\, walks on the property\, and more. \nIncludes an outdoor component – please dress accordingly. \nThis program is:$10 per member child\,$15 per non-member child(Adults and siblings under 1 are free) \nRegistration required. \nPlease Register Here
URL:https://archive.newpondfarm.org/event/january-storytime_2026/
CATEGORIES:Adult & Child,Children,Preschool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T164500
DTSTAMP:20260530T085649
CREATED:20260102T184709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T192351Z
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SUMMARY:Afternoons at the Farm: Session 1 (Grades 2 - 4)
DESCRIPTION:6 Mondays\, January 12 – March 2 (no class 1/19\, 2/16) \nThis 6-week series will include a variety of activities around the farm including hikes\, animal care\, cooking\, science\, and games. \n   $90 per member child\, $120 per non-member child \nPlease Register Here
URL:https://archive.newpondfarm.org/event/afternoons-at-the-farm-session-1-grades-2-4/
CATEGORIES:Children,Elementary School Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T170000
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CREATED:20260109T174734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T200057Z
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SUMMARY:On the Farm: Nature & Animal Care (Grades 5-8)
DESCRIPTION:5 Tuesdays: January 13 – February 10 \n\nEnjoy everything New Pond Farm’s 102-acres has to offer from science to nature to gardening to cooking! This is a great opportunity for middle school students to try new skills and learn more about the natural world through exploring\, identification\, and tasting!\n\nThis program is:\n$75 per Member\,\n$100 per Non-members
URL:https://archive.newpondfarm.org/event/on-the-farm_jan_2026/
CATEGORIES:Children,Middle School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T143000
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CREATED:20260109T182340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T200040Z
UID:7274-1768815000-1768833000@archive.newpondfarm.org
SUMMARY:MLK - School’s Out On the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by Martin Luther King Jr’s life of service\, students will engage in projects and activities around the farm that focus on supporting wildlife. \nThis program is:\n$75 per Member\,\n$100 per Non-member \nPlease Register Here
URL:https://archive.newpondfarm.org/event/mlk-schools-on-the-farm/
CATEGORIES:Children,Elementary School Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T173000
DTSTAMP:20260530T085649
CREATED:20260109T161706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T204345Z
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SUMMARY:Improv 2: Laugh\, Create\, and Shine!
DESCRIPTION:This program has been canceled\, but we hope to offer it again in the future\n8 Wednesdays: January 21 – March 18 (no class 2/18)\nWith Bus Service from John Read Middle School! \nBuilding on the foundational skills acquired in Improv 1\, students will continue to focus on fun\, creativity\, and laughter. Led by the talented Redding resident Heather Whaley\, students will play fun games\, create silly characters\, and make up scenes on the spot – no scripts\, no memorizing! \nStudents will build confidence\, work as a team\, and think outside the box…all while having a blast. \nAll are welcome! Completing Improv 1 is not required. Just bring your energy and imagination! \nThis program is:\n   $300 per member\,\n   $350 per non-member
URL:https://archive.newpondfarm.org/event/improv_2026/
CATEGORIES:Children,Middle & High School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T110000
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CREATED:20250827T142153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T150341Z
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SUMMARY:STEM Sundays (Grades K-4)
DESCRIPTION:This program has been canceled due to the snowy forecast please join us for our next STEM Sunday on February 22\nSTEM Sundays are designed to inspire young minds and build foundational science skills through hands-on experiments\, creative problem-solving\, and team projects that make learning meaningful and fun. \nThis program is:$15 per member\,$20 per non-member \nRegistration required.
URL:https://archive.newpondfarm.org/event/stem-sundays_1-25-2026/
CATEGORIES:Children,Elementary School Students
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